Recall 15V-309: 2010–2016 Kenworth T440, 2010–2016 Kenworth T800 and 7 more
PACCAR Incorporated recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on May 26, 2015, covering about 4,823 vehicles.
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Kenworth T440, T800, and W900 trucks manufactured August 31, 2009, to April 20, 2015, and 2008-2015 Peterbilt 320, 337, 348, 365, 382, and 384 trucks manufactured July 27, 2007, to April 28, 2015, and equipped with certain Cummins Westport ISL G engines. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing engine oil to come into contact with hot surfaces.
The risk
If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
The fix
Cummins will notify owners on behalf of PACCAR, and Cummins service centers will administer the repairs which include securing the ends of the 90-degree elbow and reprogramming the electronic control module (ECM) with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000, Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357. PACCAR's number for this recall is 15KWH and 515-G.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PACCAR Incorporated |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 15V309000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth T440 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Kenworth T800 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Kenworth W900 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Peterbilt 320 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Peterbilt 337 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Peterbilt 348 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Peterbilt 365 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Peterbilt 382 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Peterbilt 384 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V-309?
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Kenworth T440, T800, and W900 trucks manufactured August 31, 2009, to April 20, 2015, and 2008-2015 Peterbilt 320, 337, 348, 365, 382, and 384 trucks manufactured July 27, 2007, to April 28, 2015, and equipped with certain Cummins Westport ISL G engines. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing engine oil to come into contact with hot surfaces.
How is recall 15V-309 fixed?
Cummins will notify owners on behalf of PACCAR, and Cummins service centers will administer the repairs which include securing the ends of the 90-degree elbow and reprogramming the electronic control module (ECM) with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000, Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357. PACCAR's number for this recall is 15KWH and 515-G.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.